Create interactive web publications from a PDF (Mac, PC or online)

FlowPaper desktop publisher for macOS and Windows lets you convert static PDF files into interactive HTML5 flipbooks and online publications. This guide covers installation-ready workflow basics: importing your PDF, configuring settings, and publishing.

If you prefer not to install software, you can also publish documents online directly in the browser using FlowPaper App.

Video tutorial

Step 1: Import your PDF and review the designer

After you import a PDF, you land in the designer view.

In this view, you can:

Style and preview the publication
Set the start page
Configure analytics
Adjust branding and page animation behavior

Designer view in FlowPaper

Step 2: Access publication settings

The left-side settings panel lets you configure core publication behavior for your Mac or PC publishing workflow.

Publication settings panel

Use it to:

Update behavior and navigation options
Add your Google Analytics tracking code
Choose the page readers should start on
Include the original PDF in the published output

Step 3: Publish and upload

When you are ready, click Publish in the top-right corner and choose where to host your publication.

Publish options in FlowPaper

You can publish to FlowPaper Cloud or host files on your own domain.

Desktop install vs online publishing

Use desktop on Mac or PC when you want local control, offline preparation, or desktop-based publishing workflows.
Use FlowPaper App online when you want a browser-based workflow with no installation.

Both options support publishing interactive PDF documents that work across desktop and mobile devices.